Gardens & play
Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens
Woodland memorials, family trails and play areas at the former National Memorial Arboretum.
Free daytime entry; paid parking
Plan your visitFamily days out in Alrewas and Fradley
Compare free-entry remembrance gardens at Alrewas with canal-side exploring at Fradley Junction.
Choose your kind of day
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| Place | Admission snapshot | Weather | Visitor rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens | Free daytime entry; paid parking | Indoor & outdoor | |
| Fradley Junction | Free entry; paid parking | Outdoor |
Choose a reflective visit or canal exploring
The Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens, formerly the National Memorial Arboretum, combines remembrance with family trails and play areas. Fradley Junction suits watching boats, exploring locks and visiting the nature reserve. These are separate destinations with different atmospheres; choose the experience your family wants.
Plan for parking and refreshments
Both offer free core entry, with parking charged separately. Booking parking ahead at the remembrance gardens costs less than paying on the day. Fradley uses pay-and-display parking, so check the current tariff on arrival. Include refreshments and any optional booked activity in the budget.
Match the route to your family
At the gardens, start with the Welcome Desk and choose a trail or exhibition before heading farther into the grounds. At Fradley, use the operator’s map and supervise children around the open water and locks. Confirm staffed facilities and seasonal hours before leaving; a short visit can be easier than trying to cover both locations in one day.
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Nature & play
Fradley Junction
Watch canal boats and locks, then explore nearby Fradley Pool Nature Reserve.
Free entry; paid parking
Plan your visitThis guide uses published visitor information, not first-hand visits. Prices are snapshots; follow each listing’s official source links for dates, eligibility and access details.